This interesting and inspiring book, complete with many original photographs, chronicles the life of George Washington Carver. Although born into slavery, by much study and hard work, in 1896 he became a professor at Tuskegee Institute in Alabama, a fledgling school for black students. He did pioneering research for many years, especially on uses of soybeans and the peanut. He led a remarkable and fruitful life as a teacher, researcher, and provider of practical scientific knowledge to farmers.

Andre can’t stand Thursdays. Each week, that’s the day before his mother gets paid, and there is never enough money on hand. When his report card comes Andre knows he will make the honor roll – and that his mother has promised him a “royal party” on that very day. But problems arise when the report card arrives on Thursday – the day when the family has no money left! Will Andre get his party after all?

Geraldine, a goat, lives on a Navajo Indian Reservation with her friend Glenmae. In this story, Geraldine tells a humorous story of how Glenmae, a Navajo weaver, changes her from a plain old goat to a rug.

It is not easy to make a book. Many people are involved in the production process before we can sit down and enjoy it. The author thinks and writes. Then the book goes to the many people who take part in producing it.

Follow the work of all the special workers as they build a house from start to finish - from designing the plans to landscaping the yard. What a lot of special skills are needed! This colorful book also shows pictures of houses from different places and eras.

A boy really wants a special dog in the pet store window, but he does not have enough money. He attempts to earn the money needed, but spends his own money on his family members instead. Luckily, his family surprises him with the dog as a gift.

So how did Santa Claus get his job? Learn how in this humorous story that recounts all the jobs that Santa got – and then lost – that helped him acquire the skills he needed to be the Santa Claus that we all know today.